Obituaries

Nov 10, 2022

Diane Igl, age 66, passed away on November 10th after a courageous battle with cancer. Diane was born on March 4, 1956 in Oconomowoc and grew up surrounded by her large family, that included 5 siblings and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Diane was raised by her mother, Betty, to be a loving and caring woman, always...

Nov 9, 2022

Diane L. Gaido, age 78, passed away on November 9, 2022 surrounded by her family at Aurora Hospital.

Diane is survived by her husband, Jerry; daughter, Angela (Christopher) Lewein and son, Peter Gaido; her grandchildren, Ali Christenson, Nicholas and Anthony Lewein, Madeline (Jesse) Gundacker; her sister, Connie Higgins; brother, Gordon Fleury; and many other family and friends....

Nov 9, 2022

June Margaret (Clark) Luer, of Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully embraced by her family, November 9th 2022. June was 94 years old.

In her heyday June could waltz on roller skates. That’s how she met her husband, Harvey. She remained a good dancer and taught her daughter how to jitterbug and polka while cleaning up the kitchen...

Nov 8, 2022

Born to Eternal Life November 8, 2022 at Waukesha Memorial Hospital, surrounded by members of his family, at the age of 91 years. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Pekel) for 68 years. Loving father of Michael, Sandra, Robin Mallon (Michael), and Timothy (Jodie). Preceded in death by his father, Nicholas; and mother, Anna (nee Krueger); sisters, Virginia and Rita;...

Nov 8, 2022

Liesel Waples passed away peacefully on November 8, 2022, at Shorehaven Lutheran Homes of Oconomowoc.

Liesel was born in 1934, in the small town of Wagenfeld in Northern Germany. She studied textile engineering in München Gladbach and, following graduation, sailed alone to New York City at the age of 21 to perfect her English while she worked...

Nov 4, 2022

Dean G. Mickle, age 87, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2022 at Three Pillars in Dousman. He was born on October 11, 1935 to Anthony and Ruth (Ghastin) Mickle in Madison.

Dean is survived by his wife, Donna; his children, Dawn (Mike) Harder, Todd (Jenny) Mickle; his grandchildren, Hayley (Chazz Welch) Harder and Theodore (Malieha Bodary)...

Nov 3, 2022

William Albert Hext, 84, of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin passed away suddenly at home on November 3, 2022. He was the husband of Patricia Hext and former husband of Janet Hext as well as father to Stephanie Hext-Wohlleben and Bill, Lynda and Allen Schrauth, Marianne Oshana, Patricia and Anthony Volpe, Philip Leone, Lisa Leone.

He was the proud papa...

Oct 31, 2022

Leonard "Buzz" A. Gourdoux of Dousman found the peace of eternal rest on Monday October 31st, 2022, at the age of 76.

Buzz married his wife Linda on May 13th, 1978, and has been blessed with nearly 45 years of marriage.

Buzz is survived by his wife Linda, daughters Jessica (Thomas) Kurz and Rebecca (Charles)...

Oct 30, 2022

Carol I. Lindemann, age 84, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, October 30, 2022. She was born December 21, 1937 to Clarence & Evelyn (Newbauer) Beatty in Milwaukee but moved to Sullivan, WI for her adult life. Carol was an absolute joy to be around. She was always happy and her laugh was contagious. She made friends...

Oct 28, 2022

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Steven J. Rossa, 56, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Angels Grace Hospice surrounded by much love. He was born on June 5, 1966, to LeRoy and Beverly (Randrup) Rossa in Milwaukee. Cancer never stopped Steve from living his best life. He leaves a legacy of love.

Oct 24, 2022

Gary D. Zimmerman, age 75, passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022 at Angels Grace Hospice. He was born on February 20, 1947 to Edward and Ivadell (McDougall) Zimmerman in Rock Island, Illinois.

Gary is survived by his children, Zach (Ashton) Zimmerman and Kelli (Chris) Rubenzer; grandchildren, Landon and Sutton Zimmerman; his niece, Sherree (Steve) Kiefer; his...

Oct 24, 2022

Evonne Rae Hanson, age 83, passed away on October 24, 2022. She was born on August 8, 1939 in Bottineau, North Dakota to Ray and Erleen Brooks.

Evonne is survived by her husband of 61 years, Bob; her children, Katerina McGinnis, Eric (Eloise) Hanson and Leif (Adria) Hanson; grandchildren, Ryan and Evan; siblings, Donna and Barbara.

Oct 21, 2022

Daughter, sister, mother, aunt, niece and friend, Jessica perished in the early morning of October 21, 2022 with her beloved children, Natalie Kleemeier, born January 11, 2008, Sofina Kleemeier, August 4, 2010, Colten and Lincoln McKisick, twins born July 8, 2019. Life will never be the same without these spirited loved ones.

Jessica was born in Waukesha...

Oct 21, 2022

Connor, Jessica, Colton and Lincoln McKisick and Natalie and Sofina Kleemeier were a beautiful family who truly loved each other and brought a sweetness and joy to all who knew them. They left us suddenly and far too soon on Friday, October 21, 2022.

Please share your stories, photos, and memories with Connor's mom Kim, brother Kyle...

Oct 21, 2022

Timothy P. Ross (Timmer), age 51, passed unexpectedly on October 21, 2022. He was born on March 16, 1971 to Robert and Ella (Krumvieda) Ross in Oconomowoc.

Tim is survived by his son, Cale (Andrea) Ross; mother, Ella; his siblings, Terrisa (Doug) Laurin, Charlene (Tim) Steger, Gregory Ross, Raymond (Janet) Ross; his beloved dog, Belle; and many...

Oct 20, 2022

Michael Shawn O’Connor, age 56, passed away on October 20, 2022. He was born in St. Paul, MN to Roderick O’Connor and Lucille Mangini on August 26,1966.

Mike is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Eileen; his three beautiful children, Caitlyn, Jack and Charlie; his mother, Lucille; sisters, Kathy (Dick) Dagastino, Sherry (Bruce) Welle, Deb...

Oct 17, 2022

Marlene (Marty) Dolores Webb, age 75, passed away peacefully with her family and friends by her side on October 17, 2022. The daughter of the late Paul and Adela (Mueller) Heimermann, Marty was born on November 11, 1946 in Austin, MN. Marty graduated from Pacelli High School in 1964 and moved to Peoria, IL to work for Ozark Airlines....

Oct 15, 2022

Rex Allen Nienow Sr, age 64 of Westfield, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022. He was born on October 29, 1957 to Waldemar and Ruth (nee Schrank) Nienow in Oconomowoc, WI.

Rex is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Heidi; his two sons, Rex (Teresa) Jr. and Cory (Katelynn); and was a steadfast grandfather...

Oct 15, 2022

Thomas Merrill Read, 66, died suddenly on October 15, 2022 of an undetected congenital heart defect. He was born on October 18, 1956, son to Verne Ross Read and Marion Chester Read in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is survived by his adoring wife and best friend of 35 years, Lisa Read. He was beloved by his children and their partners,...

Oct 11, 2022

Jean N. Nelson, age 97, of Dousman and longtime resident of the Delafield area, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 with her family by her side. Jean is survived by her son, Scott (Cheri) Nelson; and daughter, Tari Nelson. Cherished grandmother to Amanda (Mark) Hammer, Jaala (Larry) Kirkley and great-grandmother to Maicy, Brooke, Jack and Lauren. Jean...